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Care Provider Solutions We know that "winging it doesn't work - systems do". Hello! Welcome to Care Provider Solutions! My name is Nadine Carlson.

Care Provider Solutions teaches simple systems to licensed AFC Michigan providers & those desiring to open a facility so they have less stress and ultimately can provide better care to their residents. My passion is to help owners and operators reduce the stress associated with running and operating Specialized Licensed Adult Foster Care (AFC) homes. I understand running an AFC home and providing care can be overwhelming. My multiple years of experience running award-winning homes have given me an in-depth understanding of many common issues AFC residential assisted living homes face. My approach is friendly, kind and unassuming. I listen carefully to your pain points to determine which of my services and systems will meet your needs. Using this experience, I am known as very diligent in identifying what is working, what is broken, what is confusing and what is missing in the organization. I will support your team to find creative solutions to address items in each of those categories while monitoring their effectiveness so you can focus on what matters most, providing the best care to your residents. There is no AFC question or topic that is viewed as off-limits. I understand very clearly providing excellent resident care while attending to hiring and retaining staff, maintaining compliance, a budget and many other things can feel overwhelming. My colleagues refer to me as a responsible person. I take this quality seriously to help owners and operators run an organization without fear of finding and keeping staff, always being ready for inspections, knowing resources and having enough money to make payroll and cover other expenses. In an industry where many homes are closing, I will use my insights to guide you to run efficient homes, and maintain compliance with a profit margin so you can focus on enriching and enhancing your life, your staff lives and the lives of the residents in your homes.

Scaling Up is only 2 days away! What fun we are all having putting together the goodie bags, the training manuals,  and ...
10/20/2026

Scaling Up is only 2 days away! What fun we are all having putting together the goodie bags, the training manuals, and assembling the giveaways with Skylar Wood and Enriched Living!

Filling beds is a common struggle of many AFC Operators. Today I'm enjoying promoting the Open Bed List https://careprov...
10/16/2026

Filling beds is a common struggle of many AFC Operators.

Today I'm enjoying promoting the Open Bed List https://careprovidersolutions.com/open-bed-list/ to help our AFC Mastermind Members fill their openings!

At Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation with Careology, PACE, Touching Hearts and many more!!

Time is running out...The Scaling Up Conference is NEXT WEEK!Mark your calendar πŸ‘‡πŸ“… October 22–23⏰ 8:30 AM – 5:00 PMπŸ“ Mar...
10/15/2026

Time is running out...

The Scaling Up Conference is NEXT WEEK!

Mark your calendar πŸ‘‡

πŸ“… October 22–23
⏰ 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
πŸ“ Marriott East Lansing

This is one you don’t want to miss.

πŸ“Œ Save this post so you don’t forget.

It's not too late.

πŸ‘‰ Register now for the Scaling Up Conference
https://hubs.ly/Q04znnSr0

πŸ’‘ Mastermind Members get a 10% discount code

Join the membership here: https://hubs.ly/Q04znnQD0


Our October 8th Live Q&A Session has wrapped up.Now it's time to give what you learned a place in your daily operations....
10/13/2026

Our October 8th Live Q&A Session has wrapped up.

Now it's time to give what you learned a place in your daily operations. You don't need to change everything at once.

Start with one practical step:
β€’ Review your notes and choose one priority.
β€’ Turn that priority into a specific action.
β€’ Check in with your team about what support is needed.
β€’ Set a date to review your progress.

To the AFC operators who made time to join us: thank you!

Continuing to seek guidance while managing a home takes commitment. We're here to walk alongside you as you work through your next steps. Keep asking questions, use the support available to you, and make room for steady improvement.

❓What is one action you're taking after the session? Share it below so we can continue learning together.

Thank you to everyone who joined our October 8th Live Q&A Session!Making time to ask questions and learn alongside other...
10/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our October 8th Live Q&A Session!

Making time to ask questions and learn alongside other AFC operators is an investment in how you lead your home.

The daily responsibilities don't pause just because you're working on your business. That's why taking time for guidance matters. You don't have to work through every challenge alone.

πŸ’­ As you reflect on the session, choose one idea you'd like to put into practice. Write down your next step, identify who needs to be involved, and set a time to follow up.

Thank you for making continued learning part of your work as an Adult Foster Care Provider.

πŸ’¬ Share one takeaway from the session in the comments. Your next step may give another operator a useful place to start.

Fall is here! 🍁 What fall activity do your residents enjoy the most?Happy Fall AFC Community! We want to hear what your ...
10/09/2026

Fall is here! 🍁 What fall activity do your residents enjoy the most?

Happy Fall AFC Community! We want to hear what your residents are enjoying this season. Vote for your favorite fall activity and share in the comments. You may give another AFC provider a new idea to try! πŸ‚

1. πŸŽƒ Decorating for Halloween
2. 🍎 Apple picking or fall outings
3. πŸͺ Baking fall treats
4. 🎨 Fall crafts & decorating
5. πŸ‚ Going for a scenic fall drive/walk

Happy Fall!

If growth is your goal, this is your next step.Stop waiting. Stop guessing.Start building with intention.We’ll see you a...
10/08/2026

If growth is your goal, this is your next step.

Stop waiting. Stop guessing.
Start building with intention.

We’ll see you at Scaling Up.

DM us for details or register by clicking the link below

πŸ‘‰ Register now for the Scaling Up Conference
https://hubs.ly/Q04z1FS70

πŸ’‘ Mastermind Members get a 10% discount code

Join the membership here: https://hubs.ly/Q04z1FTM0

Congratulations to Patrick and Augustin with Pathways Residential Care for completion of Audit Procedures and Prep train...
10/07/2026

Congratulations to Patrick and Augustin with Pathways Residential Care for completion of Audit Procedures and Prep training.

When we started the training, their goals were to learn how to remain audit ready at all times without fear or wonder of whether they are monitoring the correct things.

They wanted to learn a system to give them confidence and security that creates consistency across multiple homes.

When they were done, this is what Patrick had to say, "I believe that everything in the training was impactful, because to be successful requires a lot. I learned a system for the whole organization to run properly. This is going to help me be certain of what to do to stay compliant and when to do it without guessing. This training was amazing!" Patrick K - Pathways Residential

A documented routine. A team member prepared to lead a shift. A clearer process for resident admissions.These are milest...
10/07/2026

A documented routine. A team member prepared to lead a shift. A clearer process for resident admissions.

These are milestones worth celebrating in your AFC business. Each reflects the work of turning daily responsibilities into systems your team can use.

At Care Provider Solutions, we recognize the effort behind that progress. Before planning what comes next, name one improvement you and your team have made, acknowledge the people who helped, and decide how you will sustain it.

Celebrate your progress and make time for your next step: register for our Scaling Up conference at https://hubs.ly/Q04z1xTk0.

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Grand Rapids, MI
49508

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12483422698

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